Baillie House is a small historic property on Voght Street and the best first stop in Merritt. It serves as the visitor centre, so you can pick up local advice, trail information, and context for the Nicola Valley before deciding whether to stay in town or head for the hills.
The house itself is modest, but the setting has more charm than the highway strip. In spring and summer the grounds make a pleasant pause, especially if you have been driving the Coquihalla.